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For weeks have had thick brown/ bloody discharge. tampon doesn't help at all still leaks through to underwear. has weird smell. why is this happening?
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Seek healthcare: This could be the sign of an infection. You should seek health care.
Answered 10/23/2017
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Heavy bleeding: The odor is likely due to the extra blood. Go to your doctor if sexually active, persistent irregular bleeding can come from an std. Irregular bleeding is not uncommon, try the birth control pill but i would go in.
Answered 12/25/2015
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